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WEEKLY PICKS Music Sandy Herrault is a violinist that keeps a busy schedule of bookings. She performs at Sweet Union Brewing on Feb. 23. Upcoming concerts include Aloft Ballantyne, Triple C Brewing, Galway Hooker and Craft Tasting Room and Growler Shop.
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MONROE – Union County plans to buy 350 acres off Goldmine Road to build its first industrial park. The county negotiated terms in January with Goldmine Generations LLC to buy 331.4 acres for $16.6 million and RR/74 LLC to buy 24 acres for $1.2 million, according to Deputy County Manager Michelle Lancaster. Commissioners made their intentions to buy official after a public
hearing on Feb. 18. The total cost of the project will come to $21.2 million, which includes the construction of a pump station to service the industrial park. Lancaster said the county began considering the development of an industrial park in late 2016 due to a couple drivers. The county saw residential growth surge past commercial and industrial growth, creating an imbalance that put more tax burden on homeowners. Second, industrial development slowed due to the lack of buildings and industrial-zoned land.
The City of Monroe has developed two industrial parks. Monroe Corporate Center and Arrow Point Industrial Park have generated a combined $750 million in capital investment and 2,000 jobs, according to economic development officials. And Monroe decided to buy nearly 156 acres along Sutherland Avenue in August 2018 to supplement that. Chris Plate, executive director for Monroe-Union County Economic Development, has also given presentations in Indian Trail and Waxhaw in hopes of convincing leaders to
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Movies “Alita: Battle Angel” won last week’s box office, but it was pretty low compared to previous years. “Fighting with My Family” featuring Dwayne Johnson could put Alita in a headlock. Or “How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World” may arrive with fire.
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Streaming The first season of “The Umbrella Academy” has begun streaming on Netflix. The show gives off quirky superhero vibes.
WHAT’S INSIDE: Dr. Leon Banchik cuts the ribbon to mark the opening of Reafield Dental. Waxhaw Mayor Stephan Maher (far left) was among those visiting. Dante Miller/UCW photo
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WAXHAW – While visiting the Dominican Republic, Leon and Olya Banchik saw North Carolina from a plane ride and fell for the greenery and nature the state had to offer. The Banchiks realized they wanted to move their family from busy Las Vegas to a quieter but still fun Charlotte area. “We had a great life out there (in Las Vegas) and a great thriving practice but we weren't living life like we wanted to,” Leon said. After that flight, they made a list of details they wanted out of their lives, and it didn't match with Las Vegas. After looking at the Charlotte area, they realized they wanted to live in a smaller town. They chose Waxhaw. The couple opened the doors to Reafield Dental on Jan. 21 and had a ceremonial ribbon cutting on Feb. 12. see DENTISTS, Page 3A
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Dr. Olya Banchik explains the couple's journey in opening Reafield Dental. Dante Miller/UCW photo
MINT HILL – Several dozen supporters of Republican Mark Harris held a rally in Mint Hill on Feb. 16 as the unofficial winner of the 9th Congressional District race prepared for this week’s hearing before the State Board of Elections in the disputed race. The hearing began Feb. 18, and the state board of elections was still in session as of Feb. 20. Harris, of Charlotte, defeated Democrat and Charlotte resident Dan McCready by 905 votes last November in a district that stretches from Charlotte to Fayetteville. But the state board of elections has twice declined to certify his election because of alleged voting irregularities and possible absentee ballot fraud in Bladen and Robeson counties. The Harris campaign has said it committed no wrongdoing and the number of ballots in question is not enough to sway the election. The McCready campaign alleges wrongdoing by a political operative hired by the Harris campaign and claims the number of disputed ballots was enough to sway the election. When the hearing is complete, the state board of elections could see HARRIS, Page 3A
CATA wrestling wins first 2A title on mat by Andrew Stark andrew@cmgweekly.com
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zone properties for industrial uses. Plate told Waxhaw leaders in August 2018 that industrial zoning generates about 65 percent more revenue per acre than residential property. Commissioner Jerry Simpson said developing industrial parks doesn’t come without risk; however, the county has consulted many people. He thinks it's a good thing for Union County. “I look forward to that project reaping benefits in terms of lessening that burden on our residential customers,” he said.
MONROE – CATA coach Mike Jacobus has spent more than a decade at the school churning out top-level individual wrestlers, but on Feb. 16 the only coach the Cougars have ever known got to raise the NCHSAA 2A title high above his head after his team stormed past the competition. The title was the first team title in 2A sports and the first team title since the 2011 girls soccer team won the 1A title. But the win was more special than
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it being the first in a while for Jacobus. “It has been a long time coming,” he said. “I started the program 12 years ago and I’ve always had one goal in mind. I wanted this to be a state championship program and now we are. We also feel like we’re in good shape to continue to have success at the state level, so that is a really good feeling.” The Cougars got two individual champions in 160-pound senior Cade Haynes and 106-pound freshman Kyle Montaperto. “Cade Haynes has wrestled his
The CATA wrestling team poses after winning the NCHSAA 2A title. The state title was the program’s first, but with a lot of young stars, it may not be the last. Photo courtesy of CATA athletics
whole life,” Jacobus said. “He finished second last year and whenever you get that close, you definitely want it for him. He’s a four-year
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Deputies capture home invasion suspects MONROE – Narcotics detectives doing surveillance in the Hampton Meadows neighborhood off Goldmine Road near Wesley Chapel witnessed a home invasion in broad daylight Feb. 15. They saw two males get out of a small vehicle around 3:30 p.m. wearing ski masks. They kicked in the front door of a house at 5300 block of Willow Run Drive. A short time later, they came out of the house with a bag and left. Deputies stopped the vehicle near Goldmine Road and Corporate Center Road. They took two men into custody and caught a third trying to flee on foot a short time later. Deputies seized a handgun, Taser, multiple cell phones, 1,100 Xanax bars and ski masks from the vehicle. The suspects were identified as Gabriel Alexander Oyach, 20, of Matthews, Jaydan Burwell, 20, of Charlotte and Michael Lamonte Byrd, 24, of Charlotte. All three were arrested on the following charges: robbery with a dangerous weapon, conspiracy to commit a felony, felonious breaking and entering, and possession with intent to sell and deliver a schedule IV controlled substance. Also, Burwell and Byrd each face a felony larceny charge. Detectives continued the investigation by executing a search warrant at the house where the home invasion occurred. They seized marijuana, 200 Xanax bars, Roxicodone pills, drug paraphernalia and more than $2,400.
Sheriff Eddie Cathey said his staff was at the right place at the right time to witness a home invasion and seize drugs. Photo courtesy of the Union County Sheriff's Office
Jonathan Troy Swierski, 20, of the home, and Michael Joseph Tabbit, 18, of Wesley Chapel, faces drug-related charges as a result of the search. Sheriff Eddie Cathey credited his staff with “outstanding police work.” “Deputies were in the right place at the right time to apprehend armed criminals who boldly entered an occupied residence in the middle of the afternoon,” Cathey said. “A situation like that could have ended much differently.”
NEWS BRIEFS remains safe for drinking, bathing, cooking and other general uses. Most customers will notice no change. The program will involve temporarily switching water disinfectants from chloramines to chlorine to optimize water quality within the distribution systems. The disinfection process will be switched back to chloramines March 31. Three groups (kidney dialysis providers/ patients; fish, pond, pool and aquarium owners/operators; and some businesses that use water in their production process) are encouraged to seek professional advice concerning the removal methods for chlorine and chloramines from their water supply.
Sammy shows off the drugs and gun seized during a recent stop. Photo courtesy of Union County Sheriff's Office
K-9 helps find meth, Xanax MONROE – Sammy the K-9 cop helped sheriff's deputies seize 84 grams of methamphetamine, several Xanax pills and a handgun during a traffic stop. Nicki Wayne Parker, 30, was pulled over Feb. 19 on Mountain Drive, south of Monroe. He was arrested on charges of two counts of trafficking in methamphetamine and posParker session of firearm by felon.
Two women charged with drug trafficking INDIAN TRAIL – Narcotics detectives with the Union County sheriff's office arrested two Indian Trail residents Feb. 18 following a month-long investigation into the trafficking Bauldwin of opioid pills. Ayshia Danielle Bauldwin, 21, and Nekenge Netonya Black, 29, were arrested on charges of trafficking in opium or heroin. The sheriff's office said Black they had pills believed to be a "pressed" street version of Roxicodone containing a Fentanyl concentrate.
Woman’s Club organizing prom event WAXHAW – The Waxhaw Woman’s Club is gearing up for its annual prom event, which helps girls find dresses, shoes and jewelry they could otherwise not afford. The prom event takes place 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 23 at the Woman’s Club, 200 E. South Main St. No appointments are necessary. NOMA Hair & Skin Studio will provide appropriate hair styles for the girls. The studio, located at 216 N. West Main St., also serves as a drop-off point for donations of gowns, evening shoes, bags and jewelry.
Some residents may notice changes in water MONROE – Union County and Monroe will conduct a Water Quality Preventative Maintenance Program from Feb. 25 to March 31, which may prompt some customers to notice temporary taste, color or odor differences in their water. This is part of the process. County officials assure that water quality is not affected and
Hamilton impresses All-Star crowd with anthem CHARLOTTE – Anthony Hamilton, of Waxhaw, performed the national anthem for the NBA All-Star Game on Feb. 17 at the Spectrum Center. His soulful rendition drew comparisons to the version sung by Marvin Gaye at the same event 36 years prior. Others remarked how much better his version was compared to the one Fergie sang the previous year. Van Newkirk II, of The Atlantic, tweeted, “Anthony Hamilton gonna transform into a pot of grits at the end.” Comedian Reese Waters wrote: “Watching Anthony Hamilton perform counts as church attendance.”
MLS striker signs with CLT Independence CHARLOTTE – The Charlotte Independence professional soccer team has signed veteran striker Dominic Oduro. The Ghanaian international has tallied 63 goals and 32 assists in his 16-year MLS career. “I’m excited to be here and can’t wait to interact with the fans, and put my veteran leadership into the team to help the club grow and get better,” Oduro said. “I think with the qualities I have I’ll be able to help lead the team to a championship.” Oduro’s MLS journey includes stops in FC Dallas, New York Red Bulls, Houston Dynamo, Chicago Fire, Columbus Crew, Toronto FC, Montreal Impact and San Jose Earthquakes. In 2013, he recorded a career-high 13 goals with the Crew. Oduro, 33, is notorious for his speed. He was marked as the eighth fastest player in FIFA 16 with a 94 pace rating. He becomes the 10th player added to the 2019 roster, joining Independence stars Jorge Herrera and Enzo Martinez.
Novant Health staff pledges $1M to help those in need CHARLOTTE – More than 3,000 Novant Health team members pledged $1.21 million to support patients, team members and their local communities through the giving campaign, Giving. Serving. Together. The eight-week campaign allows team members across all Novant Health markets in four states to give back. Donations to regional Novant Health foundations and local community agencies support employee assistance funds, services at free clinics, new and updated technology, patient programming, new facilities, research and assistance for people in need.
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Union County Weekly • Feb. 22, 2019 • Page 3A
CRIME SCENE The Union County Sheriff's Office reported these incidents Feb. 8-14:
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Animal Call Bite • 8100 block of Unionville Brief Road
Hemby Bridge
Break-Ins, Vehicles • 7300 block of Secrest Short Cut Road
Indian Trail
Animal Call Bite • 100 block of Matthews-Indian Trail Road Break-Ins, Vehicles • 200 block of Wyndham Way • 3000 block of Trellis Lane • 14000 block of East Independence Boulevard (2 cases) Disorderly Conduct • 2800 block of Ridge Road Disseminating Obscenity • 2800 block of Ridge Road Driving While Impaired • 4400 block of Sardis Church Road Financial Card Theft • 1500 block of Saratoga Boulevard Littering • 6200 block of Old Monroe Road Obtaining Property by False Pretenses • 6700 block of Old Monroe Road Possession of Drug Paraphernalia • 300 block of Unionville-Indian Trail Road Possession of Marijuana • 3000 block of Faircroft Way • 4900 block of West U.S. 74 • 14000 block of East Independence Boulevard Property Damage • 4000 block of Holly Villa Circle • 4100 block of Twenty Grand Drive Thefts • 2100 block of Younts Road (3 cases) Thefts by Employees • 13800 block of East Independence Boulevard Uttering Forged Instrument • 1300 block of Wesley Chapel Road • 13700 block of East Independence Boulevard
Lake Park
Possession of Marijuana • Faith Church Road and Creft Circle
Marshville
Animal Call Bite • 4200 block of Canal Road Break-Ins, Vehicles • 100 block of Franklin Street Disorderly Conduct • 100 block of South Forest Hills School Road Driving While Impaired • 500 block of Jones Street Littering • 500 block of Marshville Water
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Plant Road Possession of Controlled Substance • 800 block of Doctor Blair Road Possession of Marijuana Paraphernalia • 100 block of South Forest Hills School Road (2 cases) Thefts, Calf • 2700 block of Hasty Road Thefts, Vehicles • 6000 block of Page Mar Drive Trespass • 7000 block of Sugar and Wine Road
Monroe
Animal Call Bite • 800 block of Triple Oaks Road Break-Ins • 100 block of South Westover Drive • 200 block of East East Avenue • 400 block of Brookgreen Drive • 500 block of Planter Street • 1000 block of Massey Street • 1400 block of Stafford Street Extension • 3200 block of West U.S. 74 Break-Ins, Coin Machine • 7200 block of Wolf Pond Road Break-Ins, Vehicles • 100 block of Harvard Street • 100 block of South Westover Drive • 200 block of East East Avenue • 400 block of Galesburg Drive • 400 block of Tucker Street • 1300 block of Tucker Road • 2400 River Chase Drive • 2700 block of Ashcraft Avenue • 5000 block of Myers Road • 5300 block of Lancaster Highway Burglary • 300 block of East Green Street Burning Personal Property • 100 block of South Main Street Concealed Weapon • 1200 block of Stafford Street Disseminating Obscenity • 600 block of East Sunset Drive Driving While Impaired • 2100 block of New Town Road • 2300 block of Hanover Drive • 3500 block of Lancaster Highway Identity Theft • 700 block of Skyway Drive Misuse of 911 System • 400 block of English Street Obtaining Property by False Pretenses • 2400 block of Lexington Avenue Possession of Burglar's Tools • 3800 block of West U.S. 74 Possession of Cocaine • 700 block of First Street Possession of Controlled Substance • 500 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 1000 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 1500 block of East Sunset Drive • 2000 block of Lancaster Avenue Possession of Drug Paraphernalia • 1500 block of Dover Street • 2500 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard Possession of Marijuana
• 3500 block of Pageland Highway Property Damage • 100 block of Blair Street • 500 block of East Hudson Street • 600 block of Beard Street • 1900 block of Long Hope Road • 2000 block of Hasty Street • 2300 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 2800 block of West U.S. 74 Thefts • 100 block of South Rocky River Road • 200 block of East Sunset Drive • 500 block of Morgan Mill Road • 600 block of Maurice Street • 600 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 700 block of Castle Road • 700 block of Waterlemon Way • 1400 block of North Rocky River Road • 1600 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 2100 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 2300 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 2400 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard (3 cases) Trespassing • 300 block of East Jefferson Street • 3900 block of Mountain Drive Unauthorized Use of Vehicle • 2800 block of Morgan Mill Road • 4200 block of East Lawyers Road Uttering Forged Instrument • 2400 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard Weapon on School Property • 1500 block of East Sunset Drive
Waxhaw
Break-Ins, Vehicles • 8500 block of Walkup Road Driving While Impaired • 9200 block of Rea Road Possession of Controlled Substance • 500 block of South Providence Street Possession of Drug Paraphernalia • 1400 block of Cuthbertson Road Property Damage • 2800 block of Crane Road • 8300 block of Lancaster Hwy. Secretly Peeping • 600 block of Sherman Place Thefts • 9900 block of Rea Road
Weddington
Thefts • 6000 block of Weddington-Matthews Road
Wesley Chapel
Identity Theft • 1400 block of Parkside Drive
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Those who attended the ribbon cutting were greeted with food and, of course, bright smiles. Two of the many who came for a visit were Waxhaw Mayor Stephan Maher and Wesley Chapel Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Kaperonis. “I went on the tour, and it's a very inviting, relaxing and soothing environment, so I'll encourage my wife to check it out because she's looking,” Maher said. The couple has lived in places such as Los Angeles, New York City and Boston. But the community and people in Waxhaw are unlike any they've experienced. “I got home the other day and saw a bunch of bikes in our driveway, and a bunch of kids playing basketball. I said, 'This is why we did this,'” Olya said. “From someone who handpicked this place, it's a dream to live here.”
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certify Harris as the winner or call for a new election. They could also deadlock and that would put the disputed election in limbo. Harris, who is still recovering from a recent illness and hospital stay, did not attend the rally in Mint Hill as he was resting for the hearing. Harris was scheduled to testify before the board on Feb. 20. Harris’ wife, Beth, told supporters in Mint Hill that her husband has nearly recovered from the infection and was ready for the hearing. “He is healing faster than the doctors expected,” Beth Harris said. “We have cooperated fully with the investigation because we feel that we have nothing to hide.” Mecklenburg County Republican Party chairman Chris Turner said he expects the board will certify Harris as the winner. “Mark has earned and he deserves this seat. Mark won this race,” Turner said. “Every county certified those results.” Beth Harris told supporters the past several months have been stressful on the family. She had to turn over her phone and computer to the state board of elections to be analyzed. “This has been the most trying time of my life,” Beth Harris said. “I have had days that I have been strong, and I have had days that I have been weak and have been a complete basket case. I have handed over my computer, my phone to be forensically analyzed for texts and emails from a subpoena that was so vague. I had no guarantee that those texts and emails would be kept confidential because this is not a court of law. This is a bureaucratic agency.” During the investigation, Mark Harris spent eight days in the intensive care unit
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Page 4A • Union County Weekly • Feb. 22, 2019 Piedmont got individual state titles from Josh Blatt and Tripp Collins and got five placers to win the individual tournament state title. Photo courtesy of Piedmont wrestling
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Collins, Blatt lead Piedmont to redemption by Andrew Stark andrew@cmgweekly.com
MONROE – After St. Stephens upended Piedmont, the two-time defending dual team champions, earlier this season to take that championship, Panther coach Jamie Belk knew his team would have two more shots to take them down. At the Feb. 9 regional championship, the Panthers got individual titles from Jake Cauble, Tripp Collins, Bailey Wicker and Colby Funderburk and cruised to the 3A Western Regional title. At the individual championship, the Panthers were once again fantastic. They sent seven qualifiers to the tournament and five of them placed, including Collins and Josh Blatt, who pulled out some redemption of his own. At 113 pounds, Collins pulled out a 5-3 decision to win the state title and close his season with a 59-3 record. Blatt had been upset at the regional tournament and finished second, but rebound to win the 132-pound title with a fall over Northern Guilford’s Heath Gonyer. Blatt finished his season 46-2. “They were great all year,” Belk said. “We’re
happy for them and all of their hard work, dedication and the time they put into the sport pays off. It’s one those where you sit there in amazement for everything they put into it and what they got out of it. “Josh and Tripp were great, but we had so many guys do well.” The Panthers also got a fourth-place finish from Cauble, who closed his season 49-11 at 106 pounds. Wicker placed fourth at 120 pounds and closed the year 42-11 and Nathan Huntley placed fourth at 126 pounds, closing his season 51-13. In all, the Panthers scored 107.5 points to beat runner-up Cape Fear, who had 96 points. For what it’s worth, St. Stephens placed fourth with 87 points, but either way the Panthers made their point loud and clear. “We had a bad taste in our mouth from the dual tournament, so the boys went out there, wrestled valiantly and we came away with the individual team state title,” Belk said. “We lost to St. Stephens at the dual team. It was a tough loss and once the regionals and individual tournaments came, we weren’t going to be denied again.” Belk said the success his program has seen particularly over the past few seasons has been
by design. The Panthers schedule tough opponents early and wrestle whoever they can with an eye toward peeking at the three big postseason meets. “We seek out the best competition we can,” Belk said. “We go look for it because we train for February. It’s nice to win November, December and January, but those don’t matter. Our season cultivates with the tournaments in February, so we seek out the best and that’s where we’re different from most teams. We want to go and it they beat us early on we’ll just train harder. The Panthers will close the season with another championship banner to hang and more prestige for a rising program quickly becoming one of the 3A’s best. “It’s tremendous,” Belk said. “ It leaves you feeling like it’s a mission accomplishments and it’s a feeling of elation. I tip my hat and say, ‘Job well done.’ We don’t feel like we left anything on the table, and those boys reached what they worked for. “And this definitely sets the tone for all of those that are yet to come. We like to think this is to honor all of those who came before us and this is a building block to the next generation of Piedmont wrestlers.”
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Re: Union County GOP Convention Dear Union County Republicans In accordance with Article VII of the Plan of Organization, I have called for the Union County Convention to Convene. The Convention Details are: Location:
Monroe High School Auditorium 1 High School Drive Monroe, NC 28112
Date:
March 9, 2019
Time:
9:00am Registration 10:00am Convention
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he’s been a top guy for four years. Nobody deserved it more than him and he was able to reach his ultimate goal in the sport. I’m really happy for him.” Montaperto is one of the leaders of the future. The freshman was sensational all year, finishing with a 48-1 rookie record. “He’s the most dominant wrestler in 2A no doubt,” Jacobus said. “He’s pinned or tech falled every top 10 kid in his weight class. His only loss came 6-4 to a nationally ranked wrestler. He has huge goals, and this is just a stepping stone for him.” Wrestling at 152 pounds, freshman Aiden Curry went 45-4 and finished second in his first year on the mat. “He’s got big-match experience, but for him to put on a performance like that in a weight class dominated predominantly by juniors and seniors is incredible,” Jacobus marveled. Another freshman, Brady Ross, placed fourth at 132 pounds and was among the nine qualifiers and seven individual placers the school produced at this year’s championship. CATA’s school resource officer had joked to Jacobus that if the Cougars were to win, there’d be a police escort waiting for him to bring the bus back to the school. But, when the bus pulled into the school, four patrol cars escorted it to awaiting fans and parents as the CATA wrestlers celebrated onboard.
Jacob Hattaway moved up a weight class but still claimed his third straight NCISAA individual title while Metrolina Christian teammate Niles Debnam joined him in the winner’s circle on Feb. 16. Hattaway won at 160 pounds while Debnam took his first championship at 138. Below are all Warrior finishers: Alejandro Perez, 106 pounds, (3rd); Christian Palmer, 113 (5th); Josh Fahrenkrog, 126 (2nd); Niles Debnam, 138 (1st); Bryce McFerson, 152 (2nd); Jacob Hattaway, 160 (1st); and Indiana Moen, 195 (4th) At the NCHSAA 3A tournament, Marvin Ridge’s Thomas Capul placed fourth after falling in a 3-2 decision to East Rowan’s Nate Burrage. Capul finished his season 36-5. At 160 pounds, Weddington’s Denton Dicarlo won a decision over Morehead’s Tyler Horton to take fifth. Dicarlo was 46-6 this season. At 182 pounds, Joe Zovistoski advanced all the way to the finals, but lost to TC Roberson’s Anthony Johnson on a technical fall. Johnson finished 46-0 while Zovistoski was 36-3. In the 220-pound division, Monroe’s Javon Robinson placed fifth after winning on a technical fall. Robinson finished his season 32-6. In NCHSAA 4A wrestling, Porter Ridge’s Drew Dickson narrowly missed a title, losing 3-1 to Mooresville’s two-time champion, Isaac Shaw. Dickson finished his season 54-6. At 152 pounds, Porter Ridge’s Joseph Coble lost a decision to finish sixth. Coble was 37-15 this season.
Winning the program’s first title is reason enough to celebrate, but Jacobus thinks this program is set up to be a major player for years to come. “I’ve kind of had this dream and thought we could get to this point, and to do it is amazing,” he said. “And I feel like we’re set up to be a player in 2A for awhile. “This is all about a year-round effort. That’s basically what’s got us to this point with all of the work they put in during the offseason, all of the training and wrestling at different clubs and everything. That’s what’s made this possible.” Below are the county’s 2A placers: • 106-pounds – Kyle Montaperto (Central Academy, 48-1 record) won by tech fall over Eli Thomas (Forbush, 42-3) to finish first. • 120 – Hunter Ross (Central Academy, 48-6) won in sudden victory - 1 over Carson Goins (West Stokes, 42-7) to place fifth. • 126 – Preston Scarborough (Central Academy, 41-7) won by decision over Andrew Holden (North Lincoln, 41-11) to place fifth. • 132 – Gage Peters (South Granville, 445) won by decision over Brady Ross (Central Academy, 35-5). Ross finished fourth. • 138 – Jake Dodson (Central Academy, 366) won by decision over Lukus Ferguson (R-S Central, 47-10) to finish third. • 152 – Nathan Hull (West Lincoln, 46-3) won by disqualification over Aiden Curry (Central Academy, 45-4). Curry placed second. • 160 – 1st Place Match - Cade Haines (Central Academy, 49-4) won by fall over Justin Guy (Bartlett Yancey, 51-5) to finish first.
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Union County roads are in shambles by Frank Cappella Reader submission
I’ve been an area resident of Wesley Chapel for 12 years and I’m not against growth and development here in Union County. Further, if it wasn’t for development, I wouldn’t be here. But I am also absolutely appalled by the conditions of our local roads, along with the increasing surge in localized flooding. Six months ago, many Union County area roads were flagged by the N.C. Department of Transportation for their "poor" conditions. Roughly 300 of the more than 800
miles of “poor” asphalt are in Union County, according to the state's numbers. NBC Charlotte filed a report covering this and included the 100 worst roads in our region. Nearly 50 of them are here in Union County. Many roads in my area are in serious disrepair and are downright treacherous, such as Newtown Road, Route 84, Wesley Chapel Stouts Road, Shannon Road, Waxhaw-Indian Trail Road, Antioch Church Road, Twelve Mile Creek Road, Weddington-Matthews Road, Chestnut Lane, Providence Road, Route 75. I can go on forever and I’ve only listed roads within my vicinity. These roads have no shoulders, poor grading, systemic and ever-worsening flooding issues, draining issues, pothole issues, vehicle hydroplaning issues, poor bridges,
blind corners, terrible lines of sight, no highway markers and many other safety hazards. These are the facts. Meanwhile, we are currently placing children on school buses and asking bus drivers to navigate some of the worst roads in the entire region. I encourage all of our state, county, and local elected officials to ride on some of these roads listed above, perhaps during a rainy evening or the morning of a freeze. They won’t. Want to know why? Because they already know how badly this situation has become. All of our representatives also know this fact; these local roads were never intended to handle this much development. Yet, as the road infrastructure continues to implode, the building permits from our towns, villages and the county's unincorporated areas have not slowed down. Irresponsi-
Book dives into a therapist's mind by Dante Miller dmiller@cmgweekly.com
MATTHEWS – Joy Robbins has operated a private mental health practice, Creative Counseling and Consulting LLC, for nearly 12 years in Indian Trail and Matthews. Throughout her career, the Waxhaw resident noticed Robbins there was still a stigma associated with mental health, which often prevents people from receiving the proper help. To counter this stigma, Robbins decided to write her first book, “On My Couch: A Therapist Journal.” “I wrote the book to give readers an insider’s view of counseling,” Robbins said. “I think anyone who reads it will be able to relate to
at least one of the stories that I shared. I hope that therapy will be demystified for anyone who reads it.” An estimated 16.2 million American adults had at least one major depressive episode in 2016, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Of that 16.2 million, 37 percent did not receive treatment. Throughout the years, mental illness has gained more awareness. Robbins said she is thrilled people are becoming more aware of mental illnesses; however, she said more work needs to be done, especially with minority groups and adolescents. Robbins acknowledges mental health has attributed to school shootings. “I believe that these teens and adolescents are more stressed than ever before,” she said. “They have access to everything and all types
NCDOT TO HOLD PUBLIC MEETING ON MARCH 14 REGARDING THE PROPOSAL TO WIDEN N.C. 16 (PROVIDENCE ROAD) FROM REA ROAD EXTENSION (S.R. 1316) TO WAXHAW PARKWAY (S.R. 3530) IN UNION COUNTY STIP Project No. U-5769 The N.C. Department of Transportation proposes to widen N.C. 16 (Providence Road) between Rea Road Extension (S.R. 1316) and Waxhaw Parkway (S.R. 3530) in Union County. A public meeting will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, March 14 at Weddington United Methodist Church, 13901 Providence Road. The purpose of this meeting is to inform the public of the project and gather input on the proposed design. As information becomes available, it may be viewed online at the NCDOT public meeting webpage: https://www.ncdot.gov/news/publicmeetings. The public may attend at any time during the public meeting hours, as no formal presentation will be made. NCDOT representatives will be available to answer questions and receive comments. The comments and information received will be taken into consideration as work on the project develops. The opportunity to submit written comments will be provided at the meeting or can be done via phone, email, or mail by March 28, 2019. For additional information, please contact Travis Preslar, NCDOT Division 10 DM-STIP Project Manager at 12033 East Independence Boulevard – Suite H, Matthews, N.C. 28105, 980-262-6290 or TJpreslar@ncdot.gov. NCDOT will provide auxiliary aids and services under the Americans with Disabilities Act for disabled persons who wish to participate in this workshop. Anyone requiring special services should contact Matthew LeShure, Environmental Analysis Unit, at 1598 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-1598, at 919-707-6087 or maleshure@ncdot.gov as early as possible so that arrangements can be made. Persons who do not speak English, or have a limited ability to read, speak or understand English, may receive interpretive services upon request prior to the meeting by calling 1-800-481-6494. Aquellas personas no hablan inglés, o tienen limitaciones para leer, hablar o entender inglés, podrían recibir servicios de interpretación si los solicitan antes de la reunión llamando al 1-800-481-6494.
ble development or “rubber-stamp” decisions can put additional stress on the road system, along with unintended consequences regarding the flooding issue. Responsible growth should add to the community, while carefully considering road quality, traffic, school capacity, environmental impact, storm water, sewer, water, parking, community identity and goals. Besides the development issue, why aren’t Union County roads improving? The short answer might be because Union County is part of the Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization. CRTPO is made up of area representatives from Mecklenburg, the City of Charlotte, Iredell and Union County. It is basically a voting block that divvies up road funding projects between the counties. The voting structure is based on population: City of
of information. Combine this with them not knowing how to handle their emotions properly, will cause the worst possible outcome.” She mentions how mental health has also affected the African-American community, specifically women. “As black women, we are raised at a young age to be strong, move forward and push those feelings down. As we become more stressed, we lose grip on what we are pushing down and start to question ourselves by saying, 'Am I crazy?' And I want them to know, they are not crazy. It's OK to reach out and ask for help.” She mentioned that faith is also attributed to why many women of color will not seek help from counseling. “I am a woman of faith, and I always will be,” Robbins said. “But we are often told to 'pray about it,' and sometimes we need both counseling and prayer.” She said every detail in the book is real; however, she takes her patients' privacy seriously.
Charlotte has 31 votes; Cornelius, Huntersville, Indian Trail, Iredell County, Matthews, Mecklenburg County, Mint Hill, Monroe, Mooresville, Statesville and Union County have two votes each; each of the other voting members has one vote. This is a numbers game, and it could mean local Union County roads would be relegated to scraps. Decisions aren’t based on needs but on who has the most votes. It’s why some believe local Union County roads will continue to fail. I believe this road infrastructure emergency represents by far, the biggest risk to the future of Union County and its residents. I’m not against development. But it is now time for responsible development, which includes updating our roads to handle the growth approved by our elected officials. This situation demands urgency.
“To keep my patients’ identity a secret while giving readers a real taste on what therapy is, I have changed the names, age and gender to hide their true identity,” she said. The book offers readers to not only view what therapy is, but to journal, as well. “I often give my patients homework to help them dive deeper into what is causing their inner conflict,” Robbins said. “This homework assignment is often using a journal to express these thoughts. I use prompts to help the reader along with journaling. I would ask 'How do you feel today?' or 'what you do you think about that?'” Want to learn more? Creative Counseling and Consulting LLC is located at 2101 Sardis Road N., Charlotte. Her book, “On My Couch: A Therapist Journal,” can be ordered on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Call 704-243-8781 or visit www. creativecounselinggroup.com for details.
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Kensington students ring in Chinese New Year with festival by Dante Miller dmiller@cmgweekly.com
WAXHAW – Kensington Elementary kicked off the Year of the Pig on Feb. 9 by having a Chinese New Year celebration sponsored by the school's Mandarin Immersion Parent Committee. Parents were thrilled to see their children singing traditional Chinese songs in Mandarin in the cafeteria. “It was something that we had talked about for a while when the Mandarin Immersion Program was still in its infancy,” Principal Rachel Clarke said. “Last year, I had a couple of parents say to me that we are ready to go ahead and get this going.” Clarke was amazed by how that first Chinese New Year celebration turned out. This year's event grew even more as families not attached to the immersion program attended and learned more about what it has to offer. Maria Richardson and Kate Kutzleb co-chaired the Chinese New Year celebration. “As parents of students in the program, as well as parents of girls adopted from China, we feel it is very important to provide this opportunity for the parents of other students to learn more about the biggest celebration in China,” Richardson said. Union County Public Schools has 12 elementary schools and three middle schools with immersion programs, with more than 1,300
students enrolled. At Kensington, students start listening and speaking Mandarin right away. Six weeks into the program, children are already able to speak simple phrases. Clarke remembers walking into a kindergarten classroom in October. One child turned to another and spoke something in Mandarin. The second kid handed her a pair of scissors, prompting the first child to say “thank you” in Mandarin. Students spend the majority of their day speaking Mandarin while learning most of the subjects all day everyday, with the exception of art, music, physical education, lunch and a small English block of instruction. “For my family, the Mandarin immersion program creates a unique opportunity for my daughters to experience a new language at the best age to learn,” Kutzleb said. “One of my daughters is not in the program but she still benefits from the additional cultural exposure and shared learning experience available at Kensington.” Kutzleb hopes learning a second language in elementary school prepares students for other new “languages” they'll learn when they get older, such as algebra, chemistry and physics. Want to apply? Union County Public Schools offers language immersion programs at several schools: • One-way Mandarin: Kensing-
Kensington Elementary School held a Chinese New Year celebration that showcased the benefits of its Mandarin immersion program. Photos courtesy of Jennifer Ginn
ton and Marvin elementary schools. • Two-way Spanish: Antioch, Poplin, Shiloh, Sun Valley, Unionville, Weddington and Western Union elementary schools. • Two-way Spanish-English: East, Marshville and Walter Bickett elementary schools. • Partial language: Marvin Ridge, Piedmont and Sun Valley middle schools. Parents can apply for language immersion programs through March 31. Visit bit.ly/UCPSDLI for details.
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Sun Valley High School graduate Ron Springs is the executive director at Ridgecrest Summer Camps in western North Carolina. Photo courtesy of Ridgecrest Summer Camps
MATTHEWS – Two years after graduating from Sun Valley High in 1974, Ron Springs contacted three Christian summer camps about becoming a counselor. Only one replied and Springs has never looked back. Springs, then a sophomore at UNC-Chapel Hill who was thinking of becoming a youth minister or a music minister, accepted a job in the summer of 1976 at Ridgecrest Summer Camps, which operates two Christian camps — Camp Ridgecrest for Boys and Camp Crestridge for Girls — in Ridgecrest, which is located
just outside Black Mountain. “Some of my buddies in Chapel Hill were working at camps and it sounded like a good thing to do,” Springs said. “We didn’t have the computers back then, so I went down to the library and found two or three camps that looked interesting. Ridgecrest was the only one that got back with me.” Springs was a counselor at the boys camp that summer in 1976 and he has been associated with the Ridgecrest Summer Camps ever since. He became the assistant director at Ridgecrest in 1980 and the executive director five years later. He will soon begin his 34th year in that role.
“When I first got here (in 1976), I just fell in love with the place,” Springs said. “I had planned on it being a onetime thing being a counselor. But 43 years later, I am still here. The more I kept coming back to camp, the more I wanted to stay in camp work.” Ridgecrest Summer Camps are owned and operated by LifeWay Christian Resources of the Southern Baptist Convention but is open to all denominations or to those without a church home. Its mission statement says it “seeks to impact lives for God’s glory through discipleship and adventure.” The boys camp was see SPRINGS, Page 4B
Sew Fun! turns summer break into creative time Covenant Day expands its summer experience by Andrew Stark
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CHARLOTTE – The art of sewing has been shown to be a creative way to build and develop self confidence, problem-solving patience and focus. It’s also a skill that is the basis of Sew Fun! Parties and More, a Ballantyne-area boutique that has been teaching kids and adults how to sew in fun and interesting ways for a decade. When Priscilla Davis bought the studio in 2015, she made a few changes that has made Sew Fun! even better. Guests don’t need to know how to sew, and many of her younger clients – and especially during her extensive list of summer camp options – learn in a safe, fun way. Some of the more popular camps include Forest Friends & PJs, Splish Splash camps only for 7-year-olds or a Harry Potter-themed version that was introduced last year and became an instant success. “The girls absolutely loved that because they got to make a uniform for whatever house they are in. That was really fun and we have that one again,” Davis said. “All of our camps are really fun and the girls love it because they can see their progress as the week goes on. They are usually working on two or three things at once, so once it starts to get going, the excitement builds until the end of the week.” Some of the other more popular choices include: • An Outfit for Out and About. Here campers create shorts and a crossbody bag.
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Campers show off their creations at the end-of-week fashion show last year. The camps are themed with each week focused on a new set of creations. Photo courtesy of Priscilla Davis
• Slumber Party ‘Ssentials. Create comfy pajama shorts, an eye mask and a soft pillowcase to stand out of the next slumber party. • Houses of Hogwarts Uniform. The Harry Potter-themed camp creates a school uniform including a skirt, necktie, satchel bag. Also, campers will choose between Griffindor, Huffepuff, Slytherin or Ravenclaw houses. • Splish Splash Water and Fun. Campers make a swim bag, sunglasses case and a beach
bag. • Pretty Things For My Bedroom. A girlygirl’s dream where guests create a name banner, bed caddy and a pillow with either a silhouette or a peace applique. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg as Davis offers many more fun-filled options to choose from. see SEW, Page 2B
MATTHEWS – Whether you’re an adult looking for self-defense classes, the parent of a rising Pre-K student interested in exposing your child to water safety, cheerleading or basketball, or anyone in between, Covenant Day’s wide selection of summer camps has a little bit of everything to fit any family’s wish list. “We seek to offer camps of excellence and offer summer experiences not just for our students but for the community,” said Cindy Stephan, auxiliary program manager at Covenant Day. “The goal is to provide something for everybody. A lot of times during the school year, there isn’t enough time for these fun activities, whether it’s art, photography or a sports camp. We want to give kids something fun to do over the summer they really can’t do during the year.” And, their wider-than-ever selection see COVENANT DAY, Page 4B
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Summer camps we'll probably never see Justin Vick Managing Editor
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just got done watching six hours of Grant Cardone and Gary Vaynerchuk videos on YouTube about how I can reach my career potential. I didn't get anything done at work today, but I'm going to crush it! I think I'll develop a series of high-end summer camps for adults. Readers, let me know if you want to register for some of my initial ideas: Public Speaking Camp There's no better feeling than giving a rousing speech about how you don't want a development in your backyard and having a room of ticked-off neighbors applauding you. But it's getting harder to win over the crowd when you're the fifth person at a given public hearing to mention “lipstick on a pig” or “I'm not against development – I just want smart development.” Learn how to create aggressive, sassy or downright goose-bumpy phases to earn whistles and woos. Film Executive Camp Campers get in groups of 13 to evaluate creative movie scripts written by up-and-coming screenwriters. Committees then must work together to remove anything that may be deemed offensive or original. Learn how to initiate creative differences with directors by suggesting revisions that incorporate more social justice initiatives into the plot. This camp will sharpen your attention to detail as committees work off a checklist to ensure a film stays true to its fran-
Campers learn in Film Executive Camp that everything involving Darth Vader in “Star Wars” doesn't reach desired demographics of emotionally detached people with a passion for art-house cinema. UCW file photo
chise and budget constraints. Sound Smart Camp Want to be the smartest person in the room? In the old days, you just had to surround yourself with dumb people. In more recent times, you had to improve your vocabulary. Now, you can impress friends and co-workers by injecting socially conscious phrases into everyday conversations. For example, “Expanding that product line is a good idea, Bob. But we can't lose sight of the bigger picture in achieving economic prosperity for all.” Learn how using terms like “equity” and concepts like “affordable housing” can boost your perceived IQ by 20 points! School Tycoon Camp If you've ever volunteered or worked in a classroom, then perhaps you wondered how much better the school district would be if it was under your leadership. Battle with demanding school board members, outraged parents, overworked staff,
rowdy students and pesky TV reporters. Learn how to straddle the line of expressing concern about school district screw-ups, while blaming those very problems on the community. As a wise, big-city superintendent frequently hints at, schools are a microcosm of our intellectually and emotionally flawed community.
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Davis said the first day of the weeklong camp is spent getting used to the sewing equipment and making sure they’re being safely operated. Returning campers have a leg up, but often will help the new kids or spend that time refining their skills. Each day there is three hour sewing period with a break included in the middle. Camps run June through August. Sessions run from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday and from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. The highlight of each session is the Friday fashion show, where campers get to flaunt what they’ve made. “They come up with some really neat designs,” Davis said. “And it’s impressive sometimes what the 7-yearolds can do.” Sew Fun! Parties and More also offers adult sewing
schools, birthday or other parties for all ages; “sewing social” events; and private lessons, but this summer, the camps will be a fun alternative for the creative children. Each session starts at $165. Some materials cost extra. Davis said campers are usually 7 to 15 years old and most sessions have between eight to 12 people, although some have had much more. “I have people who call me and say, ‘I can’t wait to come to your camp,”’ Davis said. “I had some kids like that last year and they were so excited to be able to come. That was really exciting for me. “However it is I think they have fun, they get something out of it and that’s the important thing.” Want to know more? Sew! Fun Parties and More is located at 8155 Ardrey Kell Road, Suite 103. For more info, you can call 980-2976008, visit their website www. sewfunparties.com, or email priscilla@sewfunparties.com.
Bird Box Camp Learn how to rock-climb and navigate canoes – blindfolded. Inspired by the popular Netflix film, “Bird Box,” campers will learn to strengthen their senses in the great outdoors. The week culminates in a final challenge in which adults are dropped off in the middle of the woods and have to find their way home. Hope will be provided. This camp is not recommended for people who live more than an hour away from the Cahulawassee River valley. Justin Vick is preparing for a career as a multi-million dollar purveyor of adult summer camps.
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From ice cream to hoops, Providence Day camps have it all by Andrew Stark andrew@cmgweekly.com
CHARLOTTE – From boys basketball coach Brian Field’s new Hoops State Basketball Camp to the extensive list of specialty camps, including Miss Ava’s Dissecting Critters to Ice Cream Camp (yes, this is real), there is truly something for everyone at Providence Day summer camps. “We focus on so many areas because we want this to be a memorable experience for campers,” said Diane Sutton, summer programs director at Providence Day. “We have a reputation of providing an excellent education during the school year, and we continue that in the summer. This is something that kids look forward to during the school year. They really go home with good memories, but they learn things along the way, whether it’s a sports camp or the Life on the Other Side camp. “That’s what our families have come to expect. People are different, so we try to provide a really broad range of camps that will allow kids to try something new.” Camps are designed for ages 4 through rising high school seniors who can get help writing college essays. Lunch is included for all-day campers. Snacks are included for everyone. “There is no extra charge,” Sutton said. “We started that last year and that was a big hit.” Here’s a list of some of the more interesting offerings: • PD Academy – Providence Day Academy offers fully accredited academic programs, such as math, global studies and physical education. These programs are for middle and high school students. Many classes will satisfy semester or even full-year credits. • PD Champions Leadership Academy – Girls basketball coach Josh Springer leads a camp focused on important leadership and development skills that will make
Providence Day offers a wide range of camps, including sports, robotics, math, enrichment and leadership camps, this summer for all ages and interests. Photos courtesy of Providence Day School
better leaders on teams, in the classroom, within a family or in a community. • Hoop State Basketball Camp (Boys) – This new camp is designed to help teach boys offensive and defensive techniques, important individual and team skills and must-know basketball drills. The camp, run by boys basketball coach Brian Field and former coach David Carrier, will include skill stations, daily contests, several other contests and numerous giveaways. • Ice Cream Camp – Jane Balzer, of the Extended Day staff, will teach campers fun facts about frozen concoctions while making homemade ice cream each day. There isn’t a better way to beat the summer heat than with Balzer’s frozen treats. • The Art of Glass and Mosaics – Art teacher Gil Edwin will supervise campers as they create several glass art pieces including a stained-glass window based on an Aesop or Turkish fables. • Stone, Bone & Dirt: Archae-
ology Gets Messy – Librarian Janna Miller is a former archaeologist. In this first-year offering, she’ll lead a very hands-on camp that will show excavations, preservation of artifacts and how that information can reconstruct lives of ancient people. • Snack Attack – Jane Balzer teaches campers fun and delicious ways to engage in healthy eating. With this new offering, learn how
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enne (Level 1) – Librarian Adrienne Johnson leads a level 1 dive into learning how to play the world’s kid-friendliest stringed instrument. The ukulele is a great introduction to musical concepts and a precursor to making music on more advanced instruments. Here, campers will learn to read chord charts, strum and play simple songs. • Next Step-Video Game Development and Coding – Video game coding is the hottest new industry. Here, campers passionate about video games will gain experience developing and coding games and also cool art projects. This new camp is the perfect place to get your feet wet in the industry. • Making Miracles – Fourthgrade assistant teacher Jasmine Robbins leads a week of making miracles happen in the Charlotte community. Each day, campers will participate in making a huge difference in the life of another through a variety of community service projects, teaching them how easy it is to make a difference. • Life on the Other Side – In this wacky, new camp, participants will spend the week doing both familiar and unfamiliar tasks with their non-favored hand or foot. It will be tough, but campers will create a log of their experiences, bask in the rewards of perseverance and learn something new and exciting. • A Cappella Singing – The A Capella singing will focus on vocal techniques used in the singing groups including the style of Pentatonix. Want more info? Providence Day’s extensive summer camp offerings vary in price, hours and price. All of the information can be found by visiting www.summer.providence day.org, calling 704-887-7006 or emailing pds.summer@provi denceday.org.
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founded in 1929 while the girls camp was founded in 1955, and each offers over 25 different activities for campers. Springs said it takes a special person to be a counselor or staffer at Ridgecrest Summer Camps. The girls camp has a staff of around 160 while the boys camp has around 145 staffers. “We are looking for counselors that love kids and love Jesus,” Springs said. “A lot of our staffers were campers and they want to come back and be on staff. Our staffers also go back to their colleges and they know what we are looking for and they will spread the word to their friends. I feel we have a very strong staff because they want to be here for the right reasons. Our staffers are with the kids 24/7.” As executive director, Springs wears many hats, including when both camps are in session over the summer. The summer is broken down into four twoweek sessions, although a camper can also spend four, six or eight weeks at Ridgecrest. When Springs started, there were 20 cabins and about 200 campers each twoweek session. There are now 48 cabins at the girls camp with a maximum capacity of 480 campers every two weeks. The boys camp has 42 cabins with a capacity of 420 campers each session. Some summers sessions already have waiting lists. “I like playing two-square,” Springs said with a laugh. “But one of my favorite times, and I do it at each camp, is the singing for campfire time, a devotional time when we get together. I do enjoy the campfire time.” Springs also enjoys seeing how former campers and staffers have used their camp experience to become successful in life. Back in 1976, Springs had a young camper in his cabin named Brad Johnson.
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of offerings is by design. The Covenant Day campus off Fullwood Lane has seen massive changes over the course the past few years, expanding into football and many other athletic and academic advances including new buildings and construction. As these changes have occurred, Covenant Day has expanded its camp offerings to match. “This is only our second year with an official camps program,” Stephan said. “We’ve always had camps like sports camps and that type of thing, but we’re only in our second year of providing a day camp and really getting into the camp business.” Stephan pointed out a few new camps for this summer including a Ninja Warrior camp and offerings on civil, chemical, mechanical and electrical engineering, along with more practical camps dealing with self defense, automobile repair camps to arts and music camps. “We have added significantly to our camps this year,” Stephan said. “We haven’t quite doubled, but we have almost doubled in the size of our offerings. We’re pretty excited about the growth that we’ve
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Johnson went on to become a quarterback in the NFL for 15 seasons, helping lead Tampa Bay to victory in the 2002 Super Bowl. “That was Brad’s first year to come to camp,” Springs said. “There are a number of them that have achieved some sort of fame. It’s fun to see all of them grow up and see what they have become.” Springs said he has no plans to step away from Ridgecrest anytime soon. “I have said I want to keep doing this until I feel I am not useful anymore or I don’t enjoy it anymore,” Springs said. “I still enjoy it and I still feel I am useful. I love being around the young people, and I love seeing what our staff does for our campers. I love seeing the difference that camp can make in the lives of both our campers and our staff.” A lover of all University of North Carolina athletic programs, Springs kept tabs on the recent success of the Sun Valley
been able to have and definitely the growth of the school. That’s allowed us more facilities to allow us to have the space to offer a lot of different camps.” Stephan said the school has its eyes on expansion over the next couple years in both the number of offerings and also the frequency. She points to Camp Lion, Covenant Day’s most popular day camp. This year, there are two sessions, but next year, she hopes to offer the camp each week of the summer and add to the already comprehensive list. Below are a few of my favorites being offered this summer: Ninja Warrior and Kinetic Heights Field Trip • For: Rising sixth- to ninth-graders • When: July 22-26, 9 a.m.noon • Cost: $200 Here, campers swing, climb and jump through obstacles that challenge physical and mental skills. Build strength, endurance, balance and coordination along with problem-solving skills and self-confidence. Auto Survival 101: Essentials • For: Rising 9th-graders to adults
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football team, especially star quarterback Sam Howell who has signed with the Tar Heels. “It was a great high school,” Springs said. “I loved it, and it was much smaller then and it was kind of out in the country when I went there. I had a great group of friends. I grew up Presbyterian. When I got to Sun Valley, the friends that I made went to the Baptist church. So, that is when I became a Baptist. “I am excited about our Sun Valley quarterback going to UNC. When I was at Sun Valley, I was in the marching band and I didn’t play football but I think in the four years that I was there I think we won about two football games.”
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• When: July 8-9, 9 a.m.-noon • Cost: $95 Work on real-life vehicles in this two-day tutorial that will equip campers with a take-home toolbox, introduce them to what’s under the hood, establish safety precautions and cover tire care, oil care, windshield and headlight care and general maintenance. Camp Lion Day Camp: Surviving at Sea • For: Rising TK-fifth grade • When: July 8-12 and July 1519; full day (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) or half day (either 9 a.m.-noon; or 1-4 p.m.) • Cost: $285 full day, $175 half day In Covenant Day’s flagship camp, students will experience mind-bending and curiosity driving activities. Campers will engage in shipwrecked-themed LEGO robotics, arts and crafts, scientific experiments, athletics, water games, field games and competition. College Admissions • For: Rising 11th- and 12th-graders • When: June 10-13 from 1-4 p.m; Aug. 5-8 from 9 a.m.-noon • Cost: $250 Get a head start on the college admissions process with this pro-
CHARLOTTE – Bold Music Lessons announced dates for its 2019 Studio Recording and Songwriting Camp sessions. With separate offerings for elementary, middle and high school students, these exclusive camps offer opportunities for budding musicians. “Our use of Sioux Sioux Studios, one of Charlotte’s finest recording studios, makes this a truly unique opportunity for all campers involved,” Bold Music CEO George Ramsay said. “Add to that the small, age-specific groups in each session combined with unparalleled instruction, and you get an awesome product: your original song published on all major streaming services like Apple Music and Spotify.” Each group of campers spends a week (9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday to Friday) in the studio, working together to write and record original music. They learn recording, producing, engineering and songwriting, under the guidance of experts. Charlotte native and veteran record producer, songwriter and touring artist Jason Scavone returns to the camp. “Being a part of something so unique, with such creative young musicians is inspiring and tons of fun, and we always come up with magical new music,” Scavone said. “On top of that, I thoroughly enjoy being able to share my knowledge and experience with others, especially those who have a genuine interest in the music industry.” Bold Music LLC was created in 2013 to reinvent music education in the Charlotte region. The company offers private music lessons, preschool music enrichment programs, performance opportunities and summer camps for students of all ages, skill levels and backgrounds.
gram that covers admission and application process, resume and essay writing tips and guidelines. Students will also set personalized timelines for their unique college admission process. Theater for lower school • For: Rising third- through fifth-graders • When: July 22-26 from 9 a.m.noon • Cost: $185 With the help of experienced high school students and instructors, lower school performers will sing, dance and entertain all week. And, the best part, they get to show it all off at the end-of-week show. Money Wise: Personal Finance & Budgeting Basics • For: Rising ninth- through 12th-graders • When: July 29-31, 9-11 a.m. • Cost: $95 High school students are great at a lot of things but for most, budgeting isn’t one of those qualities. Here, campers learn the fundamentals of personal budgeting, saving, investing, taxes and giving. Make a Spark: Exploring Electrical Engineering • For: Rising second- to fifth-graders
• When: July 24-28, 9 a.m.noon • Cost: $205 If learning about static electricity, creating electromagnets and building your own batteries sounds cool, this is the camp for you. In addition, make a homemade light bulb, explore insulators and conductors and learn about electric motors, design circuits and pretty much anything that lights up and buzzes. Co-ed youth soccer • For: Rising third- through sixth-graders • When: July 24-28, 9 a.m.noon • Cost: $185 Boys and girls will learn critical technical skills like first-touches, defensive principles along with passing and shooting. Campers will improve strength, speed and agility but also have time for fun game and friendly competitions during their days at Warner Park. Above were just some of the many listings the school has to offer. For more information on any of the camps listed above or to see the school’s full slate of offerings, visit www.covenantday.org/cam pus-life/summercamps or call 704847-2385.
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Summer Camps Beer Tasting Growler USA holds a blind beer tasting, featuring six brews. Tickets cost $14. Find them at www.eventbrite.com. 704-494-9445 7-9 p.m..; 6443 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail
Feb. 23 Plant Sale The Union County Master Gardeners holds its Tree Seedling and Fruit Plant Sale at the Union County Agricultural Center. The event happens rain or shine. In the event of ice or snow, it will be moved to March 2. 704-2833822 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 3230 Presson Road, Monroe
Author's Day The Museum of the Waxhaws holds an author's forum that includes 11 writers, including Gene Stowe. Tickets cost $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and $2 for children, ages 6 to 12. Find them at www.eventbrite.com. 704843=1832 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; 8215 Waxhaw Hwy., Waxhaw Book Signing Keesha Carter signs copies of her book, “Love After Cancer” at The Book Lady. 704282-0646 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; 3613 W. U.S. 74, Monroe
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Feb. 24 Historical Society Local historian Jack Clay presents the history of Camp Sutton at the next Union County Historical Society meeting in the Monroe Library's Griffin Room. Membership dues cost $10 for the year. 2:30 p.m.; 316 E. Windsor St., Monroe
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Himalayan Mountains. He will open the exhibit with stories of his travels and a Q&A. Photos will be for sale in a silent auction to help fund his next trip in late spring. 7-9 p.m.; 216 W. North Main St., Waxhaw
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THINGS TO DO Feb. 22
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• Beantown Tavern: Mark Starnes • Evening Muse: Carolina Keller Band & Sugar & Steel • Fillmore: Dylan Scott • Mac’s Speed Shop: Matone • Mary O’Neill’s: Creekside • Moochie’s Tavern: Coconut Groove Band • Southern Range: Vince Koob • Stooges Pub: Right Turn Clyde • Stumptown Station: Mark & Brian • Sweet Union: Sandy Herrault • The Trail House: Austin McNeil Band • Treehouse Vineyards: Tanner Long • Underground: Off With Your Radiohead
Feb. 24 • Heist Brewery: Tweet • Spectrum Center: Fleetwood Mac • Underground: The-Dream
Feb. 25 • Evening Muse: Open Mic w/ Justin Kennedy • Stooges Pub: Open mic • Trail House: Karen Pressley • Underground: Wet & Kilo Kish
Feb. 26 • Evening Muse: Harlem River Noise • Neighborhood Theatre: Donna Missal & Samia • Underground: Gin Blossoms
Feb. 27 • Beantown Tavern: Chuck Johnson
Duo • Evening Muse: Heather Himes & The Tales of Woe
Feb. 28 • Evening Muse: Sparkman & Chris Larkin • Seaboard Brewing: Lisa De Novo • Small Bar: Open mic w/ Tonya Wood
Venues Charlotte • Evening Muse: 3227 N. Davidson St. • Fillmore: 820 Hamilton St. • Spectrum Center: 333 E. Trade St. • Heist Brewery: 2909 N. Davidson St. • Neighborhood Theatre: 511 E. 36th St. • Underground: 820 Hamilton St. Indian Trail • Growler USA: 6443 Old Monroe Road • House That Rocks: 553 Indian Trail Road S. • Sweet Union Brewing: 13717 E. Independence Blvd. • Trail House: 6751 Old Monroe Road Matthews • Beantown Tavern: 130 Matthews Station St. • CharBar: 3118 Fincher Farm Road • Mac’s Speed Shop: 142 E. John St. • Moochie’s Tavern: 15060 Idlewild Road • Seaboard Brewing: 213 N. Trade St. • Small Bar: 4320 Potters Road • Stumptown Station: 107 N. Trade St. Mint Hill • Stooges Pub: 13230 Albemarle Road • Vintner’s Hill: 7427 Matthews-Mint Hill Road Monroe • Southern Range: 151 S. Stewart St. • Treehouse Vineyards: 301 Bay St. Waxhaw • Mary O’Neill’s: 116 W. North Main St. • Maxwell’s Tavern: 112 E. South Main St. • Queens South: 1201 N. Broome St.
Save the Date
2019 Thrive Over 55 Senior Expo
March 29, 2019 • 9am-12:30pm
Christ Covenant Church 800 Fullwood Lane • Matthews, NC 28105
FREE Breakfast and FREE Lunch Free Admission Door prizes and giveaways! Food, Fun and Fellowship
REGISTER TO ATTEND
BY EMAILING US AT RJENSEN@CMGWEEKLY.COM OR CALL US AT 704-849-2261
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